Rouss Review

On this season 2 finale, Refuse and Recycling Manager Michael Neese joins host Barry Lee in the studio one last time to talk about the City's new Trash Cart Pilot Program. Plus, we give Barry a special send off as he hosts the program for the final time. We thank you, Barry!

Human Resources Director Paula Nofsinger joins Barry in the studio to talk about the multitude of available jobs at the City of Winchester.Also in this episode:• Council BLUF (Oct. 27 meeting and work session)• AnnouncementsTranscripts at winchesterva.gov/rouss-review

Winchester's new City Manager Dan Hoffman paid a visit to the Rouss Review studio to introduce himself to the city.Then, Tim Y the History Guy gives a short lesson on the manager-council form of government.As always, we have the Council BLUF (Oct 13 meeting and work session), Now U Know, and important announcements.

Tim Y the History Guy gives a brief history of independent cities and the council-manager form of government in Winchester. From October 15th's Rouss Review Podcast featuring Winchester's new City Manager Dan Hoffman.

Barry caught up with the City's Water Treatment Plant Facility Manager Farrell Owens and City Engineer Kelly Henshaw to talk about the top quality of Winchester's water, plus how we can keep our rivers and streams healthy. Then, a superhero stopped by. Meet Farrell Faucet!Also in this episode:• Council BLUF (8/25 meeting + work session)• Winchester 101 - European Settlement in the Shenandoah Valley• Now U Know• Announcements

Hear from Lynn Miller, Director of Parks and Recreation, about how the pandemic has effected sports, wellness, and recreation programs as well as the department's response to COVID-19.Also in this episode:• Council BLUF - August 11 Meeting & Work Session• Now U Know• AnnouncementsPhoto by Mika Baumeister via Unsplash

Dr. Colin Greene, director of the Lord Fairfax Health District, joined host Barry Lee in the studio to give an update on where Winchester is in the fight against the Coronavirus and emphasizes the importance of wearing masks.Then, Superintendent of Schools Jason Van Heukulem gives Barry an update on what the current reopening plan is for Winchester Public Schools.Also in this episode:- Council BLUF (July 14 meeting and work session)- Now U Know (Cybercrime)- Announcements

You have the power to decide how your community will be shaped for the next ten years - you only need to fill out the 2020 United States Census in order to harness that power! Census Partnership Specialist Kathleen O'Connell sat down with host Barry Lee to describe why the Census matters and how you can easily participate. Also in this episode:• Council BLUF (July 28 Council Meeting & Work Session)• Now U Know (City's online services)• Announcements

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday on January 15 and MLK Day on January 20, "Tim Y the History Guy" details the contributions of local Civil Rights leaders to the national Civil Rights Movement.

Tim Y the History Guy is joined by Communications Director Amy Simmons for a special edition of Winchester 101. Hear about important women throughout Winchester's 275-year history in honor of Women's History Month.

George Washington may have been the first, but he certainly wasn't the last. Do you know how many U.S. presidents have been in Winchester and which ones? Enjoy your Presidents Day holiday with a quick bit of history.

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained many interesting topics and events that helped shape Winchester into the city we know today.Listen to full episodes of the Rouss Review on SoundCloud or iTunes. New episodes resume January 16, 2020 and recur every other Thursday (following Tuesday night Council meetings.

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained many interesting topics and events that helped shape Winchester into the city we know today.Listen to full episodes of the Rouss Review on SoundCloud or iTunes. New episodes resume January 16, 2020 and recur every other Thursday (following Tuesday night Council meetings.

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained many interesting topics and events that helped shape Winchester into the city we know today.Listen to full episodes of the Rouss Review on SoundCloud or iTunes. New episodes resume January 16, 2020 and recur every other Thursday (following Tuesday night Council meetings.

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained many interesting topics and events that helped shape Winchester into the city we know today.Listen to full episodes of the Rouss Review on SoundCloud or iTunes. New episodes resume January 16, 2020 and recur every other Thursday (following Tuesday night Council meetings.

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained many interesting topics and events that helped shape Winchester into the city we know today.Listen to full episodes of the Rouss Review on SoundCloud or iTunes. New episodes resume January 16, 2020 and recur every other Thursday (following Tuesday night Council meetings.

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained many interesting topics and events that helped shape Winchester into the city we know today.Listen to full episodes of the Rouss Review on SoundCloud or iTunes. New episodes resume January 16, 2020 and recur every other Thursday (following Tuesday night Council meetings.

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained many interesting topics and events that helped shape Winchester into the city we know today.Listen to full episodes of the Rouss Review on SoundCloud or iTunes. New episodes resume January 16, 2020 and recur every other Thursday (following Tuesday night Council meetings.

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained many interesting topics and events that helped shape Winchester into the city we know today.Listen to full episodes of the Rouss Review on SoundCloud or iTunes. New episodes resume January 16, 2020 and recur every other Thursday (following Tuesday night Council meetings.

Winchester, Virginia celebrated the 275th anniversary of its founding in 2019. During the first year of the Rouss Review, "Tim Y the History Guy" (Planning Director Tim Youmans by day) explained many interesting topics and events that helped shape Winchester into the city we know today.Listen to full episodes of the Rouss Review on SoundCloud or iTunes. New episodes resume January 16, 2020 and recur every other Thursday (following Tuesday night Council meetings.